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Hurlbutite and Titanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Hurlbutite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Titanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Hurlbutite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Hurlbutite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.